Saliva and dental erosion

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Authors

Marília Afonso Rabelo Buzalaf · Universidade de São Paulo

Angélicas Reis Hannas · Universidade de São Paulo

Melissa Thiemi Kato · Universidade de São Paulo

Abstract

Saliva is the most important biological factor affecting the progression of dental erosion. Knowledge of its components and properties involved in this protective role can drive the development of preventive measures targeting to enhance its known beneficial effects.

Topics & Keywords

Dental Erosion and Treatment Dental Anxiety and Anesthesia Techniques Dental materials and restorations

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Life in Land

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Applied Oral Science

Volume 20, Issue 5, pp. 493-502

DOI: 10.1590/s1678-77572012000500001

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